Parramatta Eels Notify NRL Integrity Unit Over Isaiah Iongi Images

The Parramatta Eels have notified the National Rugby League (NRL) Integrity Unit regarding social media images featuring player Isaiah Iongi. This action by the club follows the circulation of photographs that reportedly depict Iongi with various substances. Eels officials have been in contact with Iongi, and the NRL investigation is now underway.

Initial Report and Investigation

The Parramatta Eels reported player Isaiah Iongi to the NRL Integrity Unit after photographs involving him began circulating on social media. The club contacted the NRL in accordance with league rules, which mandate reporting potential integrity issues.

Club officials communicated with Iongi on Tuesday morning regarding the matter.

Details of the Images

Two of the images in question were published by Code Sports on Tuesday morning. One photograph reportedly shows Iongi holding a pre-rolled paper, with an unknown substance appearing to be in a blue herb grinder on a table. Another image published by Code Sports depicts Iongi in a bathtub with what appears to be a rolled cigarette.

The date when these images were taken remains unknown.

Sources, who requested anonymity, have indicated that the photos were posted without Iongi's consent.

Club Statement and Player Information

In a statement, the Parramatta Eels acknowledged the social media images involving one of their players.

The club confirmed it had notified the NRL Integrity Unit and stated that it would not provide further comment at this stage.

Iongi joined the Eels from Penrith in 2025 and is currently contracted with the club until 2030.